The rice market in France

The French plant milk market is valued at €190 million. The global plant-based milk market is worth over $27 billion. The Asia-Pacific region dominates this market, thanks in part to the local availability of the raw materials soy and rice. In France, the market is enjoying strong growth of around 19% a year. Almond and soy milks are the best-selling products on the French market, accounting for 80% of organic and diet products. These products have a strong presence in supermarkets and hypermarkets. The share of plant-based milk among alternative milks has fallen slightly, from 28% to 23%, while the proportion of French people who consume it has risen from 38% to 51% The growing importance of alternative milk consumption makes it a competitor to cow's milk, whose penetration rate among the French population is around 97%. The main companies in this segment are Bjorg, Alpro and traditional milk producers such as Danone and Sodiaal. Private labels account for 29% of market sales. Over ha

The French apple market is estimated at around 800 million euros. The world apple market is over 90 million tonnes. China is the dominant producer, with a market share of 49%. Competition has intensified with the emergence of new producers such as Turkey, Ukraine and Russia. European production exceeds 12 million tonnes. Poland produces 3.5 million tons and Italy 2.4 million tons. French apple production is in decline. Exports have halved from 700,000 tonnes in 2014 to 350,000 tonnes in 2021. High labor costs (accounting for 40-60% of expenses) and the impact of regulations on yield have put French growers in a difficult situation. Consumption trends and apple preferences in France In France, apples retain their coveted status as the country's favorite fruit, with a consumption rate of around 16-17 kilograms per household per year. This popularity translates into a market share by volume of almost 18%, surpassing other fruits such as bananas and oranges. Domestic consumption is stable.

The global bulgur market was estimated at $1.21 billion in 2022 Bulgur is a cereal food composed of composed of wheat groats that have been parboiled, dried and ground. The bulgur market capitalizes on the nutritional benefits of the grain, including its high fiber, protein, iron and vitamin B6 content, and also appeals to people who integrate whole-wheat products into their diet while taking into account the presence of gluten. Since 2012, the market has grown significantly and steadily. This growth accompanies the craze for Mediterranean cuisine. Bulgur's ability to be used in a wide range of dishes - from side dishes to main courses - has broadened its consumer base. Bulgur is relatively quick to prepare compared with other whole grains, and fits in well with the lifestyles of busy consumers. The production value of durum wheat, the ingredient used to make bulgur, is estimated at over 700 million euros. Bulgur market players Duru Bulgur - Hailing from Turkey, a country that boasts a